2009 Renault Modus vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Renault Modus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Modus (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Renault Modus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Skoda Octavia (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Modus. (128 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Modus | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Modus | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |